Two versions of “Echo Peak” are available: 1×2 and 3×3 MIMO configurations. A 1×2 configuration in the 5150 (Echo Peak) module means one antenna is used for uploading, while two are used for downloading. Three antennas are utilized with the 5350 Echo Peak module for faster speed with longer range (but requiring more power).

Beginning Oct 8th, WiMAX-based Intel notebooks can be found online at Amazon.com and NewEgg.com. In addition, Dell, Panasonic, Samsung and Sony plan to support WiMAX in their laptops starting in 2009. WiMAX is a major component in Intel’s goal to shift the industry and consumers to a “mobile Internet.”

Asus has also announced three products that are equipped with WiMAX cards. The F8Va-C2WM includes the company’s Infusion technology, which guards against scratches and dings. It runs on an Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 processor, 4 Gbytes of memory, and a 320-GB hard drive. Pricing starts at $1,599. The Asus N50Vn and the M50Vm are media center laptops and will incorporate Blu-ray technology. Both laptops will run on an Intel Centrino 2 P8400 processor, 4 GB of memory, a 250-GB hard drive, and an Nvidia 9600M graphics card. Prices for both of these laptops start at $1,399.

Acer is also joining the fray with two budget laptops. The Aspire 4930-6862 is a 14-inch multimedia laptop that offers style and portability. It runs on an Intel Core 2 Duo T7350, 3 GB of memory, and a 250-GB hard drive. It debuts for $899. The Aspire 6930-6771 is a true cinematic wonder, equipped with a 16-inch screen with a 16-by-9 aspect ratio. It runs on the same processor as the 4930-6862, loads 3GB of memory, and uses a fast 320-GB hard drive.

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